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A Plumber installs and maintains water services and drainage systems, ensuring customer needs are met while solving problems effectively.

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AI exposure data adapted from Felten, Raj & Seamans (2021). Shortage data sourced from Jobs and Skills Australia (2024).

How do I become a Plumber?

Get qualified to work as a Plumber with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.

Common questions

In Australia, a full time Plumber generally earns $1,750 per week ($91,000 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.

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This industry has experienced moderate growth in employment numbers in recent years. There are currently 48,200 people working in this profession in Australia, compared to 45,600 five years ago. Plumbers may find work across all regions of Australia.

Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights

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A Certificate III in Plumbing is an ideal qualification if you’re planning a career as a Plumber. You’ll learn to install and maintain water services, domestic treatment plants, sanitary fixtures, irrigation and LPG and gas systems.

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Plumber careers

A Plumber installs and maintains services including hot and cold water, drainage, sewerage services and water treatment systems. You might install new systems or conduct repairs on existing services. Plumbers might work with drawings and specifications to plan layouts and liaise with customers to determine their needs. You might also specialise in services such as irrigation or fire protection.

Plumbers should have good customer service skills and must be able to communicate well with people from a range of backgrounds. It’s important you have good problem solving skills and can adapt your abilities when needed. You might have to work irregular hours if you are an after hours emergency call out plumber.